Composite fillings are the simplest solution to dental decay. Baltimore Dental Co. is your trusted dental practice located in the Reisterstown and Hunt Valley area. Our dentists are consistently learning the latest techniques, making our practice the best place to receive beautiful, painless dental restorations.
BPA- FREE, METAL- FREE DENTAL FILLINGS IN BALTIMORE COUNTY, MARYLAND
We exclusively place BPA-free, metal-free fillings with your long-term whole-body health in mind! Ongoing studies continue to show that amalgam fillings, which contain mercury and other metals, can present health related concerns to certain people. To protect your future health and for a beautiful and natural-looking result, we recommend the placement of this type of dental composite filling.
Some of the key benefits to having BPA-free and Metal-free restorations are:
- Stable, secure restoration: A bonding agent is placed between the tooth and the composite material, creating a seal to minimize the risk of future decay or infection.
- Natural-looking results: We color-match to your existing teeth for a seamless appearance when you laugh and smile.
- Minimal tooth structure impact: placing a metal-free composite filling often requires less tooth structure to be removed for a secure fit.
- Material Safety: Our resin composite does not put our patients at risk of BPA or mercury exposure. Additionally, our materials have no concerns for patients with known or unknown metal allergies that could become aggravated by a metal restoration.
- Temperature resistance: metal-free composite material does not react to temperature change like amalgam and is less prone to fracture and instability over time.
COMPOSITE FILLING FAQS
Baltimore Dental Co. understands that even a procedure as simple as a filling may lead to questions. Read through our frequently asked questions about composite filling restorations and reach out if you have an additional concern.
HOW LONG AFTER I RECEIVE A COMPOSITE FILLING DO I NEED TO WAIT TO EAT?
Composite fillings are completely set and ready to use when you leave our office. If you are numb, it is best to pick foods that do not require chewing until the numbness subsides so that you do not accidentally injure your soft tissue.
HOW LONG WILL A COMPOSITE FILLING LAST?
There are many factors that determine how long a filling will last such as if the adjacent teeth are intact, the amount of bite force on the composite, the orthodontic positioning of the tooth, the health of the oral microbiome, and the at home maintenance routine. Your dentist will do everything possible to ensure that you get the most life out of your composite restoration.
DOES A FILLING PREVENT FUTURE DECAY?
Composite restorations replace the tooth structure that was destroyed by dental decay and will stop this decay from traveling to other surfaces or even other teeth. The tooth surfaces that were not affected by decay will not be modified. This means, those surfaces are still susceptible to decay. Additionally, the tooth structure at the edge of the composite filling material can easily retain bacteria and, if your home care routine is less than ideal and you are not up to date with your dental hygiene appointments, is at a higher risk for dental decay.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY FILLING GETS DECAY AROUND IT?
You will need a new restoration if you develop decay around an old filling. The size and location of the old filling and the decay determine what your restoration needs are. In most cases, we are able to complete a new composite filling restoration to return your tooth to optimal health.
Schedule for a Comprehensive Dental Examination in Glyndon, MD
Are you concerned that you may need a composite filling? Schedule your new patient intake appointment at our Baltimore County, Maryland practice for a comprehensive review of your dental health. Call 410.220.4680 today!